Procedures
Earwax removal by irrigation, one ear cost in Ohio
Earwax removal by irrigation, one ear usually involves several bills: the facility, the doctor or surgeon, and often anesthesia. Some surgery centers and cash-pay programs quote one bundled price for everything.
Typical cash price
In Ohio
From 119 hospital and 2 clinic prices in Ohio.
Nationwide typical: $80.40 (most listed prices $20.46–$291).
Cheapest in Ohio
- $5.25
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Henry County Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $10.20
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Paulding County Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $13.40
Doctor fees are billed separately. Location not independently confirmed.
Source: Trinity Hospital Twin City price file · checked Oct 2026 - $14.06
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: MetroHealth System Main Campus price file · checked Oct 2026 - $14.93
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Marietta Memorial Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $14.93
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Selby General Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $16.20
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Lima Memorial Health System price file · checked Oct 2026 - $17.50
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Barnesville Hospital price file · checked Sep 2026 - $17.50
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Harrison Community Hospital price file · checked Sep 2026 - $17.60
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Dayton Children's Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - Heart of Ohio Wellness CenterEar Irrigation · Ear wax removal by irrigation (ear lavage)Ask what's included$20 per visit
$20, in addition to the office-visit evaluation fee.
Source: ohioheartwellness.com · checked Oct 2026 - $25
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Hocking Valley Community Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026
Common questions
What does a bundled price include?
A bundled (all-in) price usually covers the facility, the surgeon and anesthesia for the procedure itself. Pre-op tests, implants, pathology and follow-up visits are sometimes extra. Ask for a written Good Faith Estimate.
Do I need a referral?
You usually need a consultation with the surgeon or specialist first. Ask whether the consultation is included in the cash price.
Why are prices so different?
Each hospital and clinic sets its own cash price. Hospitals publish prices because federal rules require it; clinics and booking sites set prices to compete. The same service can cost several times more at one place than at another nearby.
Can I pay cash if I have insurance?
Yes. You can choose to self-pay. A cash price is often lower than what you would pay before meeting your deductible. Cash payments may not count toward your deductible, so check with your plan. Our cash vs. insurance tool can help you decide.
What is a Good Faith Estimate?
If you are uninsured or paying cash, providers must give you a Good Faith Estimate of the cost on request. If your final bill is $400 or more above the estimate, you can dispute it.